For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,630 students in 45459, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45459, OH are Dr John Hole Elementary School, Stingley Elementary School and Tower Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 45459 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in 45459, OH have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 45459, OH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr John Hole Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 W Whipp Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0725
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0725
Gr: 2-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Stingley Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
95 Linden Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-1054
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-1054
Gr: 2-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Tower Heights Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
195 N Johanna Dr
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0383
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0383
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Normandy Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Normandy Ridge Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0917
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0917
Gr: 2-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Hadley E Watts Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7056 Mcewen Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0370
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 434-0370
Gr: 6-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Magsig Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
192 W Franklin St
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-0965
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 433-0965
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
6450 Marshall Rd
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 438-6062
Dayton, OH 45459
(937) 438-6062
Gr: PK-1 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 45459, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 45459, OH include Dr John Hole Elementary School, Stingley Elementary School and Tower Heights Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 45459?
7 public elementary schools are located in 45459.
What is the racial composition of students in 45459?
45459 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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